Flights from Zurich (ZRH) to San Francisco (SFO)

In-flight Dining
On both the Zurich–Singapore and Singapore–San Francisco sectors, you will be served meals designed for long-haul comfort, with menus that reflect regional flavours and options to suit different preferences.

Special Meals
We offer a variety of special meals that can be requested in advance, catering to medical, vegetarian, and other specific needs. To ensure availability, please place your request when you book or via Manage Booking before you travel.

Book the Cook
On eligible cabins on this route, you can use our Book the Cook service from Singapore, pre-ordering from an expanded menu so your preferred main course is reserved for you on board.

Beverage Service
Throughout the journey, you can enjoy a selection of hot and cold drinks, including juices, soft drinks, coffee, and tea. Our signature Singapore Sling is also available on board, alongside a choice of wines and other beverages.

For flights between Zurich and San Francisco, the piece concept applies for checked baggage. For checked baggage, Economy Class guests may bring 2 pieces, each up to 23kg, and Premium Economy Class guests 2 pieces, each up to 23kg. Business Class and First Class guests may bring 2 pieces, each up to 32kg, and each individual piece must not exceed 32kg.

For cabin baggage, Economy Class and Premium Economy Class guests may bring 1 piece up to 7kg. Business Class and First Class guests may bring 2 pieces, each up to 7kg. Your exact allowance is shown on your e-ticket, and KrisFlyer Elite Gold and PPS Club members enjoy additional allowances.

Wi-Fi is available on Singapore Airlines flights from Zurich to San Francisco once the aircraft is above 10,000 feet. It is free and unlimited for KrisFlyer members, although Economy Class and Premium Economy Class customers should add their membership number to the booking at least 1.5 hours before departure. Paid plans are available for non-members. The connection is suitable for messaging, email, and basic browsing, but it does not support video streaming, video calls, or large file transfers.

On the Zurich–Singapore sector, Economy Class offers a 32-inch seat pitch with up to 19-inch seat width, Premium Economy Class provides a 38-inch pitch with up to 20-inch seat width, Business Class features a fully flat bed with direct aisle access, and First Class offers a spacious fully flat bed.

On the Singapore–San Francisco sector, Economy Class and Premium Economy Class offer the same generous pitches and seat widths, while Business Class provides a fully flat bed with direct aisle access for restful sleep on the long transpacific flight.

Yes, Singapore Airlines provides lounge access to eligible passengers with a layover in Singapore. Your eligibility is based on your class of travel or your KrisFlyer and Star Alliance status, and it is determined by your flight leaving Singapore. Other options, like purchasing a day pass at a pay-per-use lounge, are also available.

You may have access to lounges such as The Private Room, the SilverKris Lounge (First Class), the SilverKris Lounge (Business Class), or the KrisFlyer Gold Lounge, depending on your cabin and tier status.

Lounge Access Eligibility
Cabin Class: Complimentary for Suites, First, and Business Class passengers. Premium Economy and Economy travellers do not have access unless they hold eligible status.

Frequent Flyer Status: PPS Club and KrisFlyer Elite Gold (or Star Alliance Gold) members have access regardless of cabin class.

The Next Segment Rule: Eligibility is based on the flight immediately departing that airport. For example, if you fly Economy from Zurich but have a Business Class onward flight from Singapore, you get lounge access in Singapore only.

Singapore Changi Airport is designed for comfortable layovers, with themed gardens, art installations, rest zones, and a wide range of dining. For longer connections, you can consider an official city tour, which generally requires at least about 5.5 to 6 hours of transit time between flights.

If your layover is shorter, staying airside allows you to explore attractions such as indoor gardens, play areas, and quiet seating zones, or simply relax at a transit hotel within the terminals. Showers and spa services are also available for a refreshing break.

Your time at Singapore Changi Airport is more than just a wait — it s an integral part of your journey.

Zurich operates on Central European Time (UTC+1) and observes Central European Summer Time (UTC+2) roughly from late March to late October. San Francisco uses Pacific Standard Time (UTC−8) and Pacific Daylight Time (UTC−7) over a similar period. This means the time difference is usually 9 hours during winter and 9 hours or 8 hours during summer, depending on the overlap of daylight saving dates each year.

Yes, your baggage will typically be checked through to San Francisco International Airport when flying from Zurich via Singapore on a single booking with Singapore Airlines.

Through-Check Conditions
For your bags to be sent directly to your final destination, the following general conditions must be met:

Single Itinerary: Both flight segments (Zurich–Singapore and Singapore–San Francisco) must be under the same booking reference or PNR.

Layover Duration: Your connection in Singapore must be less than 24 hours. If your layover exceeds 24 hours, it is considered a stopover, and you will typically be required to collect your luggage and re-check it for your onward flight.

Partner Airlines: If your onward flight from Singapore to San Francisco is operated by a partner airline, Singapore Airlines has through-check agreements that usually allow your bags to be tagged to your final destination.

You may be able to plan a stopover in Singapore on your Zurich–San Francisco trip, subject to your ticket conditions and availability. When booking, you can search for multi-city options or speak with our customer service team or your travel agent, who can advise whether a stopover can be added to your itinerary.